I bought a pair of classic looking Lake shoes to use in spinning class over the winter. I put SPD cleats on, and they really worked well. Although I have always been a dedicated sneaker rider on the road, I am beginning to think about making the move to slotted cleats. I remain kind of fearful of getting trapped in the clips, and of looking extra dorky when I am walking. Those factors combine to make me not want to spend very much for cleats. I am also toying with the idea of having a shoe repair shop glue on some pieces of rubber tread to create a slot. Yellow Jersey has cleats, but they are $30, and that just seems like too much to spend for a couple of pieces of plastic. The Lake shoes have a number of threaded holes, so I imagine most bolt-on cleats would fit.
Do any of you use slotted cleats regularly? How are they for getting in and out?
Please do no advise me to go clipless. I am committed to toeclips and straps
Best regards,
Marcus Helman
Detroit, MI